Procurement Specialist I

The Procurement Specialist I role is responsible for documenting business processes, facilitating stakeholder workshops and for generating process and procedure manuals and supporting the team members. The role requires continuous focus and overall ownership of the Supplier Pre-Qualification process and the related Supplier Portal. This role is also responsible for the creation and maintenance of data mining models from JD Edwards and other systems which ensure accurate and timely reporting of key performance (KPI) metrics and data analysis requirements.

Note: This position qualifies for an optional hybrid work schedule after 90 days of onsite work and onboarding. Employee will be subject to the terms of the Flexible Work Policy Agreement. 

What you'll do

• Ownership of Seaspan’s supplier prequalification process, including communicating with Suppliers, Seaspan SCM stakeholders and internal supplier reviewers.
• Inspects and maintains the quality of questionnaire responses from suppliers and follows up with stakeholders as required.
• Controls the supplier statuses and renewals in Seaspan’s supplier Portal to make sure all key information and documentation is current and comprehensive.
• Prepares reports in Seaspan’s business intelligence application, data modelling, data analysis and data reporting to support supply chain KPI requirements.
• Supports the organization’s Procure-To-Pay process and system including requisitioning, Purchase Order Creation, through to Payment Processing.
• Supports Supply Chain Management’s activities within the Material Requirement Planning process and system. 
• Develops KPIs and drives the improvement of KPI metrics for business processes, making necessary changes to the application of KPI reporting to enhance business processes efficiency.
• Works with end-users and Business Intelligence reporting team (including SharePoint Integration) to define data warehouse requirements and specifications to support organizational supply chain needs.
• Administers, maintains, and supports existing supply chain reporting solutions.
• Works in cross-functional teams to identify and deliver process improvement initiatives that result in increases in efficiency.
• Documents process maps, process and procedure manual(s), and user learning guides.
• Participates in the continued expansion of JD Edwards ERP/MRP System in the Purchasing and Inventory Modules.
• Supports the integration and change management/training of Supply Chain Management processes across Seaspan and extended business partners (suppliers, customers, finance, operations, legal, risk, etc.)

What you'll bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Operations Management or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a Supply Chain Management and data warehousing, data integration, data mining and data reports writing (Business Objects, Power BI, SAP BI, etc.).
• Ability to work with data from large and integrated Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, preferably JDE Enterprise One (or equivalent). 
• Ability to support Material Requirements Planning (MRP) solution, preferably JDE Enterprise One applications.
• Understanding of data quality best practices and data integration concepts and techniques.
• Knowledge of quantitative methods and statistical process control/analysis programs, such as Six Sigma and Quality Assurance.
• Knowledge of best practices in supply chain management, materials/procurement management and change management.
• Knowledge of analytical techniques and financial concepts to define and solve complex business problems.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and effective listening skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Proficient in MS-Office (Excel/Word/Outlook/PowerPoint/Visio/SharePoint) and Power BI.
• Adaptability and open-mindedness to change.
• Ability to work well under pressure, problem solve and multi-task.
• Customer service orientation, self-starter and initiative.

Why you'll love working here

• This is a full-time, permanent position. With multiple operations and long-term projects, Seaspan employees enjoy job stability as we look ahead to build ships for decades to come. 

• In addition to an annual bonus and pension plan matching, this role provides you a very competitive salary in line with the successful candidate’s experience. 

• We also provide the best-in-class health and wellness benefits package for this position, including things such as extended health care (i.e. paramedical services for massage therapy,  speech therapy, mental health coverage, physiotherapy, and more), dental care, vision care, life insurance, medical leave coverage, parental leave coverage, childcare benefit partnership, $500 personal spending account, and an Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP). 

The estimated salary for this position is $73,800 - $90,200. In determining final salary, Seaspan considers many factors including the successful Candidate’s skillset and experience, as well as position location and internal equity. The final base salary offer will be at the Company’s sole discretion and presented as part of a competitive total compensation package.

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Seaspan Shipyards is one of North America’s most modern shipyards and unique in its ability to provide a complete range of services including new construction, conversion, refit, repair and life-cycle maintenance work for Canada’s Coast Guard and Navy as well as commercial vessels including cruise-ships and deep-sea vessels. Seaspan Shipyards operations include Vancouver Shipyards, Vancouver Drydock and Victoria Shipyards.  

 

To learn more, visit our website: www.seaspan.com  

This position may involve defense articles and/or technical data regulated by the U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and the U.S. Arms Export Control Act. In compliance with ITAR, the successful candidate will be subject to a security clearance through the Canadian Controlled Goods Program as regulated by the Controlled Goods Regulations and Defense Production Act. The successful candidate will be required to maintain their security clearance throughout their employment in this position.

Seaspan is committed to Employment Equity, supports diversity in the workplace, and encourages applications from all qualified individuals including, women, members of visible minorities, Indigenous persons, and persons with disabilities. If you require any accommodations at any stage of the recruitment process, please reach out to our Talent Acquisition team at recruit@seaspan.com for confidential support. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible environment.